On Tuesday evening, Siya Kolisi and his wife, Rachel, made a surprising announcement that they are ending their marriage after eight years.

The couple has been together since tying the knot in March 2016 and share two children, Nicholas Siyamthanda, born in 2015, and their daughter Keziah, born in 2017.

This news comes as a shock to many fans and followers who have watched their journey over the years.

Family Dynamics

Siya’s family structure extends beyond his immediate family.

Since 2014, his half-siblings, Liyema and Liphelo, have been living with the Kolisi family.

They are children of Siya’s late mother, who passed away in 2009.

This close-knit family unit has been a significant part of their lives, and the changes ahead will undoubtedly impact everyone involved.

Commitment to Social Change

In the face of adversity, Siya and Rachel have always been committed to making a difference.

They founded the Kolisi Foundation in 2020 to tackle the inequalities intensified by the COVID-19 pandemic in South Africa.

The foundation focuses on critical issues such as Gender-Based Violence, Food Insecurity, Education, and Sports.

With particular attention to Zwide township, where Siya grew up, they aim to uplift under-resourced communities throughout the country.

A Joint Statement

In their statement to the public, the couple expressed their commitment to maintaining a strong friendship and co-parenting relationship.

They wrote, “We wanted to share some important news with you. After much reflection and open conversations, we have mutually decided to end our marriage.

This decision comes from a place of love, respect, and understanding that this is the best path forward for both of us.”

They reassured their supporters, saying, “While our relationship as a couple is changing, we remain great friends and committed partners in raising our children with the same love and care they’ve always known.

We will also continue working together on the Foundation that means so much to us.”

In conclusion, the Kolisis thanked their fans for their support and requested privacy during this transitional period, saying, “We are grateful for the love, understanding, and support you’ve shown us, and we kindly ask for respect as we navigate this transition.”